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Today, 1st May, The Supreme Court will hear West Bengal’s challenge against CBI investigations, addressing the issue of private properties as “material resources of the community.” The case may shape future legal precedents and raises questions about the CBI’s authority. Scheduling conflicts have led to the hearing being rescheduled for Thursday before the summer recess.
The Supreme Court expressed concern over the state of marriages, lamenting that couples are marrying only to end up filing cases shortly after. Justices remarked that the institution of marriage is under strain due to increasing marital disputes, highlighting societal shifts. The comments were made in response to a case where a couple faced difficulties consummating their marriage.
Today(on 26th April)The Supreme Court has agreed to review the Delhi government’s challenge against a central law granting more power to the lieutenant governor over administrative services. The Delhi government emphasizes the urgent need for a decision as the matter has disrupted administration. The court is currently occupied with another case but recognizes the importance of the plea.
Today(on 24th April), The Supreme Court has postponed the hearing on West Bengal’s lawsuit against CBI to May 1, granting more time for arguments. The lawsuit alleges that CBI conducted investigations without state consent. This postponement allows both parties to present their arguments, with significant implications for CBI’s jurisdictional authority and state government independence in law enforcement.
Today (1st April) The Supreme Court’s nine-judge bench is currently considering the jurisdictional control over the regulation of industrial alcohol by state and Union governments. Arguments have been presented by Senior Advocates Dinesh Dwivedi and Arvind Datar, emphasizing the balance of power between the Union and state governments as defined in the Constitution. The bench aims to conclude hearings by April 9, 2024.
On Tuesday (2nd April): A nine-judge Constitution Bench is deliberating on whether the regulation of industrial alcohol is the exclusive domain of either the Union or state governments or if it can be jointly handled. The background includes previous court decisions on the interpretation of relevant laws, leading to divergent views. The case has raised significant arguments related to the Constitution’s framers’ intentions and the scope of governmental authority.
Singapore Supreme Court Judge Judith Prakash joins Today a nine-judge bench in India to determine if royalties from mineral rights constitute a tax. Chief Justice Chandrachud welcomed her as a guest member, noting her involvement in the Delhi Arbitration Weekend. The event, held from March 6 to 10, is organized by the Delhi International Arbitration Centre.
The Supreme Court, led by Chief Justice DY Chandrachud, is examining the validity of the Punjab SC and BC (Reservation in Services) Act, 2006. The main focus is on sub-dividing Scheduled Castes for reservation benefits. Punjab government argues for the necessity of affirmative action to address centuries of suppression, emphasizing reservation as a tool for equality.
In a significant development, the Supreme Court of India has raised a crucial question regarding the permanence of Article 370 of the Constitution. The Court questioned whether accepting the argument that Article 370 became permanent when the constituent assembly of Jammu and Kashmir was dissolved in 1957 would mean that the provision becomes akin to […]
The Supreme Court of India has issued a notice to the Speaker of the Maharashtra Legislative Assembly, seeking a response to a plea for the swift resolution of pending disqualification petitions against Members of Legislative Assembly (MLAs) from two factions of the Shiv Sena. The notice, returnable in two weeks, was issued by a bench […]